fingertip

[ fing-ger-tip ]

noun

1. the tip or end of a finger.
2. a covering used to protect the end joint of a finger.

adjective

1. extending to the fingertips, as a coat, veil, etc.:

   a fingertip jacket.

fingertip

/ ˈfɪŋɡəˌtɪp /

noun

1. the end joint or tip of a finger
2. See fingerstall
   another term for fingerstall
3. at one's fingertips
   at one's fingertips readily available and within one's mental grasp

Word History and Origins

Origin of fingertip¹

First recorded in 1835–45; finger + tip ¹

Idioms and Phrases

Idioms

1. at one's fingertips,
   1. close at hand; easily or immediately available.
   2. at one's command or disposal, as recall of factual information:

      He has the answer at his fingertips.

2. to one's fingertips, thoroughly; perfectly:

   She was a politician to her fingertips.

Example Sentences

If you’re constantly going numb in the fingertips and need something reliable and reusable, reach for the rechargeable one.

From Popular-Science

Having so many options available at your fingertips can be overwhelming, so we are going to break down the things you should consider before pulling out your wallet.

From Popular-Science

Given that 40 percent of publisher revenue comes from repeat purchases — as we measure it — there’s certainly untapped potential at their fingertips.

From Digiday

It’s not functional and one figure is missing some fingertips.

From Washington Post

With this data at your fingertips, you’re now ready to incorporate this research into your content strategy.

From Search Engine Watch

LaLanne was well-known for his many workouts, including the Jumping Jack (named after him) and the fingertip push-up.

From The Daily Beast

"Here is color," replied the Professor, resting a fingertip on a dull yellowish streak.

From Project Gutenberg

I spent the time from noon until three o'clock examining my fingertip as I'd not examined it before.

From Project Gutenberg

Colonel Fraser paused to tamp down the tobacco in his pipe with a fingertip.

From Project Gutenberg

Then Jellico's hand went out, his fingertip flicked the hilt of the bared blade.

From Project Gutenberg

The next move was to clap your fingertip upon that dot and straighten out your neck and eyes and apply the bow.

From Project Gutenberg